No time for a Lifestyle

As a busy Mom, it can feel like you’re on auto-pilot. That your role is responding to everyone else’s needs. That creating a lifestyle is meant for someone with less responsibilities. I ask you to consider that the ideal lifestyle is possible for everyone. Your ideal lifestyle is possible for YOU. The life you live now, whether you love it or not, is a direct result of the choices you’ve made. When you recognize that you have the power to change and enhance your life through small or maybe big actions, is when you begin to create your own lifestyle.

However, it’s not always easy to see that. We often compare ourselves to others or find ourselves doing things we don’t want to do, like a job we dislike or tasks and commitments that drain us. But when we step back and take a broader view, we can recognize that there’s room for improvement. That’s when we become aware that we can actually live better and create a lifestyle we enjoy.

Contemplate to create

Start by asking yourself questions. I love questions! Ask questions like: “When am I happiest?”, “What do I want my life to be like?”, and “Who do I want to be in it?” The answers take serious reflection and you need to be honest with yourself if you really want to create a lifestyle that is unique for you. It’s not about perfection, it’s about doing more of what you love, becoming someone you’re proud of, and finding happiness and contentment in each day. Curious, which emotion you lead with? Take my free quiz to find out.

Your lifestyle is about finding the right balance between work and play, and taking the time to enjoy life’s simple pleasures. It’s about doing things for yourself, spending time with loved ones, creating things, giving, and sharing. It’s about waking up each day feeling fulfilled, and going to bed each night with a sense of contentment.

Lifestyle change requires you to change

It’s important to remember that creating the ideal life requires more than just external changes. Inner transformation is always required. Becoming the person you want to be requires a change in mindset, values, and habits. So, embrace the qualities you need to develop to become the person you want to be. Often, it requires new communication tools to share the impact of your new focus with those who rely on you. So while you cultivate the habits and traits that will help you achieve your goals, let those around you know what to expect and ask them for their support as you create a lifestyle you desire. I talk more about this in my book Measure, Mix & Marinate, Embracing the Key Ingredients to a More Fulfilling Life.

Anyone can achieve their ideal life. It starts with asking yourself the right questions, and then taking the necessary steps to make it happen. Embrace change, focus on growth, and have the courage to take risks. The ideal life is within reach, you just need to get started. If you’re not sure how, I can help. My discovery calls are always at no cost.